HPW 371X - Principles and Methods for Teaching Physical Education to the Exceptional Child

Institution:

Trinity International University-Illinois

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Description:

Theory and teaching of physical education for culturally diverse, gifted, and physically, mentally, emotionally, and learning-disabled students. This course offers content on providing inclusive physical activities for persons with disabilities. Content includes characteristics of selected disabilities; federal and state laws for educating persons with disabilities, appropriate teaching strategies, equipment and modifications, along with behavior management strategies. Disability simulations are offered for candidates to gain affective insight into limitations. Twelve clock hours of field experience is required. A current TB test and finger-print based background check must be on file in the School of Education prior to the beginning of field component associated with this course. Verification of completion of field component is required for education candidates to pass this course. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Education (Gate 1) and admission to Field Experience (Gate 2). Offered fall semester in evennumbered years. Three hours.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tiu.edu

Phone Number:

(847) 945-8800

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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